The Muncy (PA) varsity football team is hosting Delone Catholic (McSherrystown, PA) for a playoff game today at 7 p.m. This matchup is part of the 2024 PIAA Football Championship – 1A tournament.

Muncy vs Delone Catholic Football Game Info:

What: Pennsylvania High School Football
Who: Muncy vs Delone Catholic
When: Friday, November 22, 2024
Time: 7 PM
Bracket: 2024 PIAA Football Championship – 1A
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Game preview: Muncy vs Delone Catholic

As the 2024 PIAA Football Championship heads into its most exciting stages, two teams stand out for their impressive seasons and battle-tested rosters: Delone Catholic and Muncy. With both teams boasting strong records and high-powered offenses, this matchup promises to deliver a thrilling showdown on the field.

Team Overview

Delone Catholic enters the game with a solid 10-2 record, finishing 7-1 in their conference. Their offense has been efficient, scoring an average of 23.4 points per game, with a particularly strong second quarter performance (9.4 points). Their ability to rush and pass the ball effectively has been key to their success, averaging 101.3 rushing yards and 95.5 passing yards per game.

Key players include Braden Smith, who leads the team with 82.0 rushing yards per game and averages 9.1 points per game, and Zach Staub, the team’s quarterback with 127.1 passing yards per game. The team’s defense, led by Ryan Smulian (9.4 tackles per game) and Kaden Hix (1.0 sack per game), has been tough, holding opponents to just 191 points all season.

Muncy, on the other hand, has a slightly better overall record at 11-2, with a 5-2 conference record. They have been a scoring juggernaut, averaging 47.8 points per game, led by a dominant first half attack, where they score 35.5 points between the first and second quarters. Their offense is extremely balanced, though their rushing game isn’t recorded, they have totaled 621 points for the season, reflecting their offensive firepower.

Offensive standouts for Muncy include Zach Staub (yes, the same name as Delone Catholic’s quarterback) who leads his team with 127.1 passing yards per game and has contributed significantly to the team’s high scoring average. Muncy’s defense also stands strong, limiting opponents to 241 points.

Key Stat Comparison

The most telling difference between the two teams is their offensive output. Muncy has proven to be one of the highest-scoring teams in the state, while Delone Catholic has had a more balanced approach, scoring 281 points over the season.

• Delone Catholic’s offense:
  • Rushing Yards: 101.3/game
  • Passing Yards: 95.5/game
  • Total Yards: 196.8/game
• Muncy’s offense:
  • Total Yards: 621 points for the season (far surpassing Delone Catholic’s 281)

Both teams have formidable defenses, with Delone Catholic averaging 41.3 tackles per game, while Muncy has been able to put together a stellar performance in both passing and defense.

Records and Playoff Experience

Delone Catholic comes into this game with a great track record, having excelled in both home and away games (6-2 at home and 3-0 away). Muncy, however, has been perfect on the road (7-0) and has shown strength in neutral-site games as well, making them a dangerous opponent.

This matchup is particularly exciting because both teams have proven their mettle in the playoffs. Delone Catholic has gone 3-0 in playoff games, and Muncy has matched that performance with a 3-0 record of their own, both looking to continue their perfect playoff runs.

What to Expect

Expect a high-scoring contest with Muncy’s offense pushing the tempo and Delone Catholic looking to balance their ground game with the air attack. The key to the game could come down to Delone Catholic’s defense being able to slow down Muncy’s explosive scoring, while Muncy will need to find a way to break through Delone Catholic’s disciplined defensive play.

This game features two of Pennsylvania’s best teams, each with different strengths but a shared will to win. As both teams head into this highly anticipated championship game, it’s clear that it will be a battle of explosive offense versus stalwart defense, and whichever team can execute their game plan most effectively will likely come out on top.

Stay tuned for this epic showdown in the PIAA Football Championship as Delone Catholic faces off against Muncy for the title!